Shloka 4.30.20

शरत्प्रवेशे रामविलापः तथा सुग्रीवप्रमादे लक्ष्मणप्रेषणम् (Autumn’s Onset: Rama’s Lament and Lakshmana Sent to Sugriva)

Devanagari script

निस्संशयं कार्यमवेक्षितव्यंक्रियाविशेषोऽह्यनुवर्तितव्यः।ननु प्रवृत्तस्य दुरासदस्यकुमार कार्यस्य फलं च चिन्त्यम्।।

Transliteration

nissaṁśayaṁ kāryam avekṣitavyaṁ kriyāviśeṣo hy anuvartitavyaḥ | nanu pravṛttasya durāsadasya kumāra kāryasya phalaṁ ca cintyam ||

Translation

Beloved, without doubt the task must be reviewed and pursued with special care. And once such a formidable undertaking is set in motion, its outcome too must be thoughtfully considered.

Context

'My dear, there is no doubt that I have to consider the work (ahead), give special attention to follow up. Surely I need to think over this herculian task and its achievement'.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Lakshmana

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Dharma includes accountability: one must not only begin a righteous task but also monitor its execution and consider its consequences and completion.

What is the narrative situation?

Rama, facing delay in Sugriva’s promised help, emphasizes careful oversight and strategic follow-through for the mission to recover Sita.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Prudent leadership—attention to implementation, results, and responsibility for outcomes.